1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1968 TVR Vixen is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 TVR Vixen (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 TVR Vixen weights approximately 225 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 TVR Vixen (125 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm). This means 1968 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Abarth | TVR |
| Model | 750 | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 65 L |
